Guar Gum

Guar Gum

SPECIFICATION OF GAUR GUM ACECOL 30-70 (FOOD GRADE)

DESCRIPTION
A medium viscosity, fine-grind guar gum for use where whiteness, rapid hydration and viscosity development are desired. This product meets all specifications of the current EEC, FAO and FCC standards.

Specifications

CHARACTEREISTICS
Viscosity (*), 1% solution in
cold water, cps, (As-Is basis) :
30 mins                                                                    2500-3200
2 hrs                                                                        3000-3800
24 hrs                                                                      3200-3900
(*)     Brookfield RVF Viscometer,
        Spindle No. 4,20 RPM, 25 Deg. C
pH                                                                            5.5-6.5
Granulometry (%) :
        On US mesh 60    (250 micron)                           0.2 max.
        On US mesh 100   (150 micron)                          1.0 max.
        Thru US mesh 200 (75   micron)                          95.0 min.

COMPOSITION
Moisture % (as shipped)                                             13.0 max.
Residue insoluble in Acid %                                         3.0 max.
Protein %                                                                   5.0 max.
Ash %                                                                       1.0 max.
Gum % (by difference)                                                80.0 max.

HEAVY METALS
Arsenic                                                                     < 3 ppm
Lead                                                                         < 10 ppm
Total Heavy Metals (As Pb)                                         < 20 ppm

PACKING,STORAGE AND HANDLINE
This product is available in 25 kgs or 50 lbs net, multiwall paper bags with a suitable liner. Store product in a dry and cool place, away from heat and out of the sun.